About FDPS OOSH

Community-run care at the heart of Five Dock Public School

OUR STORY

Care That Grows with Your Child

FDPS OOSH was established to give Five Dock Public School families access to quality, affordable out of school hours care — right where their children already learn and play.

Run by the school's Parents & Citizens Association, we're a not-for-profit service built on the belief that every child deserves a safe, engaging place to be before and after school. Our educators know your children by name, and our programs are designed to complement the school day — not just fill the time.

From breakfast club in the morning to creative play in the afternoon, we're here to support working families across Five Dock, Abbotsford, Drummoyne, and the wider Inner West.

Our Philosophy

We recognise that childhood is a unique stage of development. At FDPS OOSH, we aim to provide a warm, safe, and stimulating environment which meets the needs of each child and fosters their self-esteem. Each child is encouraged to explore and follow individual interests and to develop at their own rate, through both structured and unstructured activities as well as self-initiated play.

P&C Governance

FDPS OOSH is owned and operated by the Five Dock Public School Parents & Citizens Association. We're not-for-profit, which means we don't answer to shareholders — we answer to you. Every dollar of fees is reinvested into staffing, resources, and the quality of care your child receives. The OOSH Subcommittee is nominated and elected yearly at the P&C AGM and oversees the management of the centre.

Our Team

Meet Our Educators

Our team is the heart of FDPS OOSH. Every educator holds a current Working with Children Check and is trained in first aid, child protection, and anaphylaxis management. They're here because they genuinely love working with children.

Andrew Park

Director, Nominated Supervisor

Tyler Giannetto

Assistant Director (Operations)

Victoria Spliadis

Assistant Director, Educational Leader

What we stand for

  • Safety First

    A secure, supervised environment where every child is accounted for and cared for at all times.

  • Belonging

    Every child is welcome. We celebrate diversity and create a space where all families feel included.

  • Play & Learning

    Meaningful play is at the centre of everything we do — it's how children explore, grow, and make sense of the world.

  • Community

    We're part of the Five Dock Public School family. Our connection to the school and local community is what makes us different.

  • Quality

    We hold ourselves to the National Quality Standard and continually look for ways to improve the care we provide.

Quality Rating

Meeting National Quality Standard

Assessed by the Australian Children's Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) against the National Quality Standard.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

The safety and wellbeing of every child in our care is our highest priority. FDPS OOSH has zero tolerance for child abuse or neglect. All educators undergo rigorous screening, hold current Working with Children Checks, and receive ongoing training in child protection and safety procedures.

We are committed to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations and maintain clear policies and procedures to protect children at all times.

Join the FDPS OOSH Community

We'd love to meet your family. Get in touch to learn more about our programs or start the enrolment process.

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